Leaf by Oscar 10th Anniversary Criollo Toro
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SIZE: 52 x 152mm (6”)
PRICE: $ 13.5 | € 13.9
TIME: 1h10min
COUNTRY: Honduras
WRAPPER: Honduras
BINDER: Honduras
FILLER: Honduras
The Leaf by Oscar 10th Anniversary Criollo celebrates a decade of success. Created in 2013 by Jim Robinson and Oscar Valladares, it became popular for its rustic presentation. It features a Criollo wrapper from Valladares’ La Florida farm. This cigar delivers evolving complexity, showcasing the craftsmanship behind the line’s decade-long success.
It opens with notes of white pepper and wood, followed by earth, roasted coffee, and vegetal aromas. As it develops, the profile deepens with undergrowth intertwined with ripe fruit. The finale is satisfying.
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